Licensure and Certifications

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State Licensure and Certification Disclosures

Professional licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state. Although Molloy University has attempted to provide accurate and timely information by state, educational and other requirements may change. Additionally, many licensure boards require more than successful degree completion to obtain a license. These additional factors may include, but are not limited to, curriculum reviews by the licensing agency, criminal background checks, work experience, professional examinations, and additional training. Therefore, we encourage students to contact the appropriate licensing board or agency where they will seek licensure to familiarize themselves with the state educational and other licensing requirements for the profession or occupation in which they are interested. 

Students should visit the Professional Licensure Directory of the National Council of State Authorization of Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). 

Completion of these programs meet educational requirements to apply for licensure or certification in the State of New York: 

  • Nursing: all licensure programs
  • Allied Health Sciences: all licensure programs
  • Speech-Language Pathology: ASHA Certification National 
  • School of Education and Human Services: all licensure programs 
  • Accounting BS/MBA and MBA 
  • Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC/CASAC-T)

The information below reflects whether each program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the specified states and territories. 

If you have questions regarding professional licensure, contact the program director where the program resides.  

School of Education and Human Services

The following programs, offered through Molloy's School of Education and Human Services, lead toward professional licensure or certification in New York State. The information below expresses whether those programs lead toward professional licensure or certification in the other US states and territories. If you are enrolled in a dual degree program leading to dual licensure or certification, please check the corresponding programs below to ensure that both meet the state/territory educational requirements for licensure or certification.

Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences

The following programs, offered through Molloy's Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, lead toward professional licensure or certification in New York State. The information below expresses whether those programs lead toward professional licensure or certification in the other US states and territories.

School of Arts and Sciences

The following programs, offered through Molloy's School of Arts and Sciences, lead toward professional licensure or certification in New York State. The information below expresses whether those programs lead toward professional licensure or certification in the other US states and territories.

  • BS, BS/MS and MS in Music Therapy

    The Molloy University's BS, BS/MS and MS programs in Music Therapy programs fulfill the educational and credential requirements for the Music Therapy Board Certification (MT-BC) in all US states/territories. 

    The Molloy University's MS in Music Therapy program fulfills the educational requirements for the Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) only in New York State. 

    The following table represents the US states and territories where the Molloy BS, BS/MS and MS in Music Therapy program fulfills licensing requirements.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Alaska

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    American Samoa

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Arizona

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Arkansas

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    California

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Colorado

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Connecticut

    		 Does not meet

    Delaware

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    District of Columbia

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Federated States of Micronesia

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Florida

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Georgia

    		 Does not meet

    Guam

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Hawaii

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Idaho

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Illinois

    		 Does not meet

    Indiana

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Iowa

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Kansas

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Kentucky

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Louisiana

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Maine

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Maryland

    		 Does not meet

    Massachusetts

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Michigan

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Minnesota

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Mississippi

    		 Does not meet

    Missouri

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Montana

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Nebraska

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Nevada

    		 Does not meet

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    New Jersey

    		 Does not meet

    New Mexico

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    New York

    		 Meets

    North Carolina

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Ohio

    		 Does not meet

    Oklahoma

    		 Does not meet

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Puerto Rico

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Republic of Palau

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Rhode Island

    		 Does not meet

    South Carolina

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    South Dakota

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Utah

    		 Does not meet

    Vermont

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Wisconsin

    		 Does not meet

    Wyoming

    		 Meets
    (no licensure required)

    Data verified: July 31, 2025

Healthcare: Online Certificate Programs

The following programs may lead toward professional licensure or certification in New York State. The information below reflects whether each program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the specified states and territories. Additional hands-on training is required for most licenses. Details are included below.

  • Assisted Living Technician

    This disclosure is provided to ensure learners understand the educational and regulatory requirements associated with working in assisted living or residential care settings across the United States.

    Completion of this program does not result in a state-issued license or certification and does not meet requirements for any state-approved caregiver training program.

    Student Responsibility

    Students are strongly advised to contact their State Department of Health, Department of Human Services, or Assisted Living Licensing Authority to confirm:

    • Required caregiver training hours
    • Approved program lists
    • Clinical or skills-training requirements
    • Medication aide or dementia-care requirements
    • Registry or background-check processes

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Does not meet

    Alaska

    		 Does not meet

    American Samoa

    		 Does not meet

    Arizona

    		 Does not meet

    Arkansas

    		 Does not meet

    California

    		 Does not meet

    Colorado

    		 Does not meet

    Connecticut

    		 Does not meet

    Delaware

    		 Does not meet

    District of Columbia

    		 Does not meet

    Federated States of Micronesia

    		 Does not meet

    Florida

    		 Does not meet

    Georgia

    		 Does not meet

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Does not meet

    Idaho

    		 Does not meet

    Illinois

    		 Does not meet

    Indiana

    		 Does not meet

    Iowa

    		 Does not meet

    Kansas

    		 Does not meet

    Kentucky

    		 Does not meet

    Louisiana

    		 Does not meet

    Maine

    		 Does not meet

    Maryland

    		 Does not meet

    Massachusetts

    		 Does not meet

    Michigan

    		 Does not meet

    Minnesota

    		 Does not meet

    Mississippi

    		 Does not meet

    Missouri

    		 Does not meet

    Montana

    		 Does not meet

    Nebraska

    		 Does not meet

    Nevada

    		 Does not meet

    New Hampshire

    		 Does not meet

    New Jersey

    		 Does not meet

    New Mexico

    		 Does not meet

    New York

    		 Meets

    North Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Ohio

    		 Does not meet

    Oklahoma

    		 Does not meet

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Does not meet

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Rhode Island

    		 Does not meet

    South Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    South Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Does not meet

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Does not meet

    Vermont

    		 Does not meet

    Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Wisconsin

    		 Does not meet

    Wyoming

    		 Does not meet

    Information current as of: October 2025

    Program Determination

    The Assisted Living Technician (also referred to as a Personal Care Aide or Assisted Living Aide) role is regulated at the state level, and requirements vary widely by jurisdiction. States commonly require:

    • State-approved caregiver training
    • Minimum supervised or practical skills hours
    • Background checks and health clearances
    • Additional training for medication assistance, dementia care, or specialized populations
    • Compliance with facility-specific licensing rules

    DETERMINATION

    This program provides entry-level, didactic (classroom/theory) training suitable for individuals seeking foundational knowledge for work in assisted living environments.

    However, because this program:

    • Does not include state-required supervised clinical or practical hours,
    • Is not recognized as a state-approved caregiver training program in any jurisdiction, and
    • Does not meet any state’s mandatory training, registry, or competency evaluation requirements, this program alone does not satisfy the educational or regulatory requirements for employment as an Assisted Living Technician, Personal Care Aide, or similar regulated role in any U.S. state or territory.

    It may be appropriate for:

    • Individuals with some prior caregiving or clinical exposure,
    • Currently working direct-care staff seeking foundational upskilling, or
    • Those pursuing private, voluntary, industry-recognized credentials.

    Critical Note on Employment

    Employment in assisted living or residential care facilities often requires:

    • State-approved training programs
    • Supervised practical or skills-based instruction
    • Passing a state-mandated competency evaluation
    • Registry listing or background clearance

    This online program provides didactic training only.

    State and Territory Determinations – Assisted Living Technician

    This program does not meet the mandatory state-specific educational, training, licensing, or registry requirements for regulated Assisted Living Technician/Personal Care Aide roles in any U.S. state or territory without supervised, hands-on clinical training. 

  • Radiation Health & Safety for Dental Assistants

    This disclosure explains the professional requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography, which vary by state and territory.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets

    Alaska

    		 Does not meet

    American Samoa

    		 Does not meet

    Arizona

    		 Meets

    Arkansas

    		 Meets

    California

    		 Does not meet

    Colorado

    		 Meets

    Connecticut

    		 Does not meet

    Delaware

    		 Meets

    District of Columbia

    		 Does not meet

    Federated States of Micronesia

    Florida

    		 Does not meet

    Georgia

    		 Does not meet

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Meets

    Idaho

    		 Meets

    Illinois

    		 Meets

    Indiana

    		 Does not meet

    Iowa

    		 Does not meet

    Kansas

    		 Meets

    Kentucky

    		 Does not meet

    Louisiana

    		 Does not meet

    Maine

    		 Meets

    Maryland

    		 Does not meet

    Massachusetts

    		 Does not meet

    Michigan

    		 Does not meet

    Minnesota

    		 Does not meet

    Mississippi

    		 Does not meet

    Missouri

    		 Meets

    Montana

    		 Meets

    Nebraska

    		 Does not meet

    Nevada

    		 Meets

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets

    New Jersey

    		 Does not meet

    New Mexico

    		 Does not meet

    New York

    		 Does not meet

    North Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Ohio

    		 Does not meet

    Oklahoma

    		 Does not meet

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    Rhode Island

    		 Does not meet

    South Carolina

    		 Meets

    South Dakota

    		 Meets

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Meets

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Meets

    Vermont

    		 Meets

    Virginia

    		 Meets

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Meets

    Wisconsin

    		 Does not meet

    Wyoming

    		 Meets

    Information current as of: October 2025

    Alabama

    Important Notice for Alabama Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Alabama. We strongly recommend you contact the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners at https://www.dentalboard.org/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    American Samoa

    Important Notice for American Samoa Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in American Samoa. We strongly recommend you contact the American Samoa Department of Health at https://doh.as/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    California

    Important Notice for California Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in California. We strongly recommend you contact the Dental Board of California at https://www.dbc.ca.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Florida

    Important Notice for Florida Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Florida. We strongly recommend you contact the Florida Board of Dentistry at https://floridasdentistry.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Georgia

    Important Notice for Georgia Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Georgia. We strongly recommend you contact the Georgia Board of Dentistry at https://gbd.georgia.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Guam

    Important Notice for Guam Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Guam. We strongly recommend you contact the Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners at https://guamhplo.org/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Indiana

    Important Notice for Indiana Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Indiana. We strongly recommend you contact the Indiana State Board of Dentistry at https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/dentistry-home/dentistry-board/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Iowa

    Important Notice for Iowa Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Iowa. We strongly recommend you contact the Iowa Dental Board at https://dentalboard.iowa.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Kentucky

    Important Notice for Kentucky Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Kentucky. We strongly recommend you contact the Kentucky Board of Dentistry at https://dentistry.ky.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Louisiana

    Important Notice for Louisiana Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Louisiana. We strongly recommend you contact the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry at https://www.lsbd.org/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Maryland

    Important Notice for Maryland Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Maryland. We strongly recommend you contact the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners at https://health.maryland.gov/dental/Pages/index.aspx to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Massachusetts

    Important Notice for Massachusetts Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Massachusetts. We strongly recommend you contact the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-in-dentistry to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Michigan

    Important Notice for Michigan Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Michigan. We strongly recommend you contact the Michigan Board of Dentistry at https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/dentistry to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Minnesota

    Important Notice for Minnesota Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Minnesota. We strongly recommend you contact the Minnesota Board of Dentistry at https://mn.gov/boards/dentistry/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Mississippi

    Important Notice for Mississippi Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Mississippi. We strongly recommend you contact the Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners at https://www.dentalboard.ms.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Nebraska

    Important Notice for Nebraska Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Nebraska. We strongly recommend you contact the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services at https://dhhs.ne.gov/licensure/Pages/Dentistry.aspx to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    New Jersey

    Important Notice for New Jersey Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in New Jersey. We strongly recommend you contact the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry at https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/den/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    New Mexico

    Important Notice for New Mexico Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in New Mexico. We strongly recommend you contact the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care at https://www.rld.nm.gov/boards-and-commissions/individual-boards-and-commissions/dental-health-care/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    New York

    Important Notice for New York Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in New York. We strongly recommend you contact the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions at https://www.op.nysed.gov/registered-dental-assistants for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    North Carolina

    Important Notice for North Carolina Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in North Carolina. We strongly recommend you contact the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners at https://www.ncdentalboard.org/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    North Dakota

    Important Notice for North Dakota Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in North Dakota. We strongly recommend you contact the North Dakota Board of Dental Examiners at https://www.nddentalboard.org/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Important Notice for Northern Mariana Islands Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in the Northern Mariana Islands. We strongly recommend you contact the CNMI Health Care Professions Licensing Board at https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Ohio

    Important Notice for Ohio Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Ohio. We strongly recommend you contact the Ohio State Dental Board at https://dental.ohio.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Oklahoma

    Important Notice for Oklahoma Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Oklahoma. We strongly recommend you contact the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry at https://www.ok.gov/dentistry/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Oregon

    Important Notice for Oregon Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Oregon. We strongly recommend you contact the Oregon Board of Dentistry at https://www.oregon.gov/dentistry/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Puerto Rico

    Important Notice for Puerto Rico Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Puerto Rico. We strongly recommend you contact the Puerto Rico Department of Health at https://www.salud.pr.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Rhode Island

    Important Notice for Rhode Island Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Rhode Island. We strongly recommend you contact the Rhode Island Board of Examiners in Dentistry at https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=221 to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Tennessee

    Important Notice for Tennessee Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Tennessee. We strongly recommend you contact the Tennessee Board of Dentistry at https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/dentistry-board.html to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    Important Notice for U.S. Virgin Islands Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in the U.S. Virgin Islands. We strongly recommend you contact the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health at https://doh.vi.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Washington

    Important Notice for Washington Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Washington. We strongly recommend you contact the Washington State Department of Health at https://doh.wa.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Wisconsin

    Important Notice for Wisconsin Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) program, which prepares you for the DANB RHS exam, does not meet the licensure requirements for dental assistants to perform radiography in Wisconsin. We strongly recommend you contact the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board at https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/BoardsCouncils/Dentistry/Default.aspx to verify all requirements before enrolling.

  • Dialysis Technician

    Program: Dialysis Technician (Prepares for the NWCA Certified Dialysis Technician Associate (CDTA) Examination)

    This disclosure is provided to ensure students understand the educational, licensing, and certification requirements associated with employment as a Dialysis Technician (also referred to as a Hemodialysis Technician) in the United States.

    Program Determination

    The Dialysis Technician role is regulated at both the federal and state level. Under federal law (CMS regulations), individuals must obtain certification within 18 months of initial employment. Many states additionally impose specific requirements related to:

    • State-approved training programs
    • Mandatory supervised or practical clinical hours
    • State-level registration or credentialing processes

    DETERMINATION

    This program is designed to support and advance currently employed medical-service professionals seeking to enhance their qualifications through a private, industry-recognized certification (NWCA CDTA).

    While not intended to serve as a primary entry-level preparation pathway for first-time practitioners, it may be appropriate for individuals who possess some clinical exposure or limited hands-on experience and are seeking to develop competency for entry-level roles.

    Because training approvals, supervised clinical hour requirements, and registration standards vary significantly across jurisdictions, this program alone does not satisfy the mandatory state-specific educational, licensing, or registry requirements in any U.S. state or territory to assume the role of Dialysis Technician.

    Critical Note on Employment

    State regulations frequently require completion of supervised practical or clinical hours to qualify for employment or to sit for a national certification exam.

    This online program provides didactic (classroom/theory) education only.

    It does not provide, arrange, or guarantee any form of supervised clinical experience.

    State and Territory Determinations

    This program does not meet state-specific educational or clinical requirements for Dialysis Technician licensure, registration, or employment in any U.S. state or territory.

    The table below is provided solely to acknowledge that no state or territory recognizes this program as meeting its statutory requirements for the Dialysis Technician role.


    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Does not meet

    Alaska

    		 Does not meet

    American Samoa

    		 Does not meet

    Arizona

    		 Does not meet

    Arkansas

    		 Does not meet

    California

    		 Does not meet

    Colorado

    		 Does not meet

    Connecticut

    		 Does not meet

    Delaware

    		 Does not meet

    District of Columbia

    		 Does not meet

    Federated States of Micronesia

    		 Does not meet

    Florida

    		 Does not meet

    Georgia

    		 Does not meet

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Does not meet

    Idaho

    		 Does not meet

    Illinois

    		 Does not meet

    Indiana

    		 Does not meet

    Iowa

    		 Does not meet

    Kansas

    		 Does not meet

    Kentucky

    		 Does not meet

    Louisiana

    		 Does not meet

    Maine

    		 Does not meet

    Maryland

    		 Does not meet

    Massachusetts

    		 Does not meet

    Michigan

    		 Does not meet

    Minnesota

    		 Does not meet

    Mississippi

    		 Does not meet

    Missouri

    		 Does not meet

    Montana

    		 Does not meet

    Nebraska

    		 Does not meet

    Nevada

    		 Does not meet

    New Hampshire

    		 Does not meet

    New Jersey

    		 Does not meet

    New Mexico

    		 Does not meet

    New York

    		 Does not meet

    North Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Ohio

    		 Does not meet

    Oklahoma

    		 Does not meet

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Does not meet

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Rhode Island

    		 Does not meet

    South Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    South Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Does not meet

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Does not meet

    Vermont

    		 Does not meet

    Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Wisconsin

    		 Does not meet

    Wyoming

    		 Does not meet

    Information current as of: November 2025

    Completion of this program results in eligibility to pursue a private, voluntary industry credential (NWCA CDTA). It does not result in a state-issued professional license, nor does it meet requirements to sit for a state licensing examination. 

    Student Responsibility

    Students are strongly advised to contact their State Department of Health, Board of Nursing, or equivalent licensing authority to verify:

    • Required clinical hours
    • State-approved training program lists
    • Registration or licensing pathways
    • Certification exam prerequisites

    NC-SARA Student Complaint Process (Mandatory Disclosure)

    Students located in a SARA member state who have completed the institution’s internal complaint resolution process and remain unsatisfied may submit a complaint to the NC-SARA State Portal Entity:

    SARA-NC: North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority

    Website/Form: https://ncseaa.edu/contact-us

    Phone: (866) 868-2495

    Address: P.O. Box 41349, Raleigh, NC 27629

  • EKG Technician

    Program: EKG Technician (Preparation for National Healthcare Association (NHA)-Certified EKG Technician (CET))

    This disclosure explains the professional licensure requirements for EKG Technicians, which vary by state and territory.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets

    Alaska

    		 Meets

    American Samoa

    		 Does not meet

    Arizona

    		 Meets

    Arkansas

    		 Meets

    California

    		 Meets

    Colorado

    		 Meets

    Connecticut

    		 Meets

    Delaware

    		 Meets

    District of Columbia

    		 Meets

    Federated States of Micronesia

    Florida

    		 Meets

    Georgia

    		 Meets

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Meets

    Idaho

    		 Meets

    Illinois

    		 Meets

    Indiana

    		 Meets

    Iowa

    		 Meets

    Kansas

    		 Meets

    Kentucky

    		 Meets

    Louisiana

    		 Meets

    Maine

    		 Meets

    Maryland

    		 Meets

    Massachusetts

    		 Meets

    Michigan

    		 Meets

    Minnesota

    		 Meets

    Mississippi

    		 Meets

    Missouri

    		 Meets

    Montana

    		 Meets

    Nebraska

    		 Meets

    Nevada

    		 Meets

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets

    New Jersey

    		 Meets

    New Mexico

    		 Meets

    New York

    		 Meets

    North Carolina

    		 Meets

    North Dakota

    		 Meets

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Ohio

    		 Meets

    Oklahoma

    		 Meets

    Oregon

    		 Meets

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    Rhode Island

    		 Meets

    South Carolina

    		 Meets

    South Dakota

    		 Meets

    Tennessee

    		 Meets

    Texas

    		 Meets

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Meets

    Vermont

    		 Meets

    Virginia

    		 Meets

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Meets

    Wisconsin

    		 Meets

    Wyoming

    		 Meets

    Information current as of: October 2025 

    Washington

    Important Notice for Washington Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in Washington. We strongly recommend you contact the Washington State Department of Health at https://doh.wa.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    American Samoa

    Important Notice for American Samoa Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in American Samoa. We strongly recommend you contact the American Samoa Department of Health at https://doh.as/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Guam

    Important Notice for Guam Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in Guam. We strongly recommend you contact the Guam Health Professional Licensing Office (HPLO) at https://guamhplo.org/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Important Notice for Northern Mariana Islands Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in the Northern Mariana Islands. We strongly recommend you contact the CNMI Health Care Professions Licensing Board (HCPLB) at https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Puerto Rico

    Important Notice for Puerto Rico Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in Puerto Rico. We strongly recommend you contact the Puerto Rico Department of Health at https://www.salud.pr.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    Important Notice for U.S. Virgin Islands Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our EKG Technician program, which prepares you for the NHA-CET Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in the U.S. Virgin Islands. We strongly recommend you contact the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health at https://doh.vi.gov/ to verify all requirements before enrolling.

  • Home Health Aide

    Program: Home Health Aide (NWCA–CPCA Certification Preparation)

    This disclosure ensures students understand the educational, training, and regulatory requirements associated with working as a Home Health Aide (HHA) or related direct-care roles (e.g., Personal Care Aide) within the United States.

    Program Determination and the Federal 75-Hour Rule

    The Home Health Aide role is regulated primarily at the state level, especially for employment in agencies that accept Medicare or Medicaid funding.

    Federal guidance requires:

    • A minimum of 75 hours of state-approved HHA training, including
    • At least 16 hours of supervised clinical/practical instruction,
    • before an individual may be employed as a Home Health Aide in federally funded agencies.

    Many states impose additional requirements, including registry listing, background checks, competency evaluations, and specific curriculum standards.

    DETERMINATION

    This program provides general industry-recognized didactic (classroom/theory) preparation for the NWCA-CPCA Certification. It is designed to support currently employed or experienced direct-care workers seeking to enhance their professional qualifications through a private industry credential.

    However, because this program:

    • Does not provide the federally required 75 hours of training, and
    • Does not include the required 16 hours of supervised clinical/practical instruction,
    • it does not meet the mandatory state-specific educational, licensing, or registry requirements in any U.S. state or territory for individuals seeking employment as a Home Health Aide through state-approved pathways.

    This program may be appropriate for individuals who have prior caregiving or clinical experience, or who are currently working in non-licensed support roles and wish to build competency, but it is not intended as a full entry-level pathway for first-time practitioners.

    Critical Note on Employment

    Employment as a Home Health Aide typically requires:

    • State-approved HHA training,
    • Mandatory supervised clinical hours, and
    • Formal competency evaluation and/or state registry placement.
    • This online program provides didactic education only.

    It does not provide, arrange, or guarantee supervised clinical experience or meet state registry requirements.

    State and Territory Determinations

    This program does not meet any mandatory state or territorial requirements for Home Health Aide education, training, certification, or registry placement.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Does not meet

    Alaska

    		 Does not meet

    American Samoa

    		 Does not meet

    Arizona

    		 Does not meet

    Arkansas

    		 Does not meet

    California

    		 Does not meet

    Colorado

    		 Does not meet

    Connecticut

    		 Does not meet

    Delaware

    		 Does not meet

    District of Columbia

    		 Does not meet

    Federated States of Micronesia

    		 Does not meet

    Florida

    		 Does not meet

    Georgia

    		 Does not meet

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Does not meet

    Idaho

    		 Does not meet

    Illinois

    		 Does not meet

    Indiana

    		 Does not meet

    Iowa

    		 Does not meet

    Kansas

    		 Does not meet

    Kentucky

    		 Does not meet

    Louisiana

    		 Does not meet

    Maine

    		 Does not meet

    Maryland

    		 Does not meet

    Massachusetts

    		 Does not meet

    Michigan

    		 Does not meet

    Minnesota

    		 Does not meet

    Mississippi

    		 Does not meet

    Missouri

    		 Does not meet

    Montana

    		 Does not meet

    Nebraska

    		 Does not meet

    Nevada

    		 Does not meet

    New Hampshire

    		 Does not meet

    New Jersey

    		 Does not meet

    New Mexico

    		 Does not meet

    New York

    		 Does not meet

    North Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Ohio

    		 Does not meet

    Oklahoma

    		 Does not meet

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Does not meet

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Rhode Island

    		 Does not meet

    South Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    South Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Does not meet

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Does not meet

    Vermont

    		 Does not meet

    Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Does not meet

    Wisconsin

    		 Does not meet

    Wyoming

    		 Does not meet

     Information current as of: October 2025

    Completion of this program prepares students for the NWCA-CPCA industry certification, which is a private, voluntary credential.

    It is not a state-issued license and does not satisfy requirements for state HHA training programs or registry placement.

    Student Responsibility

    Students are strongly advised to contact their State Department of Health, Board of Nursing, or other applicable authority to understand:

    • Required HHA training hours
    • Registry requirements
    • Approved training provider lists
    • Clinical/practical hour expectations
    • Background check and competency evaluation requirements

    NC-SARA Student Complaint Process (Mandatory Disclosure)

    Students located in an NC-SARA member state who have completed the institution’s internal complaint process and remain unsatisfied may appeal to the NC-SARA state portal entity:

    SARA-NC: North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority

     Website/Form: https://ncseaa.edu/contact-us/

     Phone: (866) 868-2495

     Address: P.O. Box 41349, Raleigh, NC 27629

  • Patient Care Technician

    Program: Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (NHA CPCT/A Preparation)

    This disclosure explains how this program aligns with state requirements for three distinct but related roles: Patient Care Technician (PCT), Medical Assistant (MA), and Patient Care Assistant (PCA)/Home Health Aide (HHA).

    Program Alignment and Determination

    Patient Care Technician (PCT) Role

    The role of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) is generally not licensed by any state. Practice is typically defined by the employing institution. This program, which prepares you for the national NHA CPCT/A certification, meets the common standard for professional practice for PCT roles nationwide, but does not confer state-level licensure.

    Medical Assistant (MA) and Patient Care Assistant (PCA)/Home Health Aide (HHA) Roles

    This program is not designed to meet the state-specific licensure, certification, or mandatory training requirements for regulated roles such as Medical Assistant or Home Health Aide/PCA in many jurisdictions. The table below details these state determinations.

    States and Territories Where Educational Requirements Are/Are Not Met

    The determination below reflects whether this program's curriculum satisfies the educational prerequisite for a related regulated role (MA, PCA, or HHA) in the listed jurisdiction.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets

    Alaska

    		 Meets

    American Samoa

    		 Meets

    Arizona

    		 Does not meet

    Arkansas

    		 Meets

    California

    		 Meets

    Colorado

    		 Meets

    Connecticut

    		 Meets

    Delaware

    		 Meets

    District of Columbia

    		 Meets

    Federated States of Micronesia

    		 Meets

    Florida

    		 Meets

    Georgia

    		 Meets

    Guam

    		 Meets

    Hawaii

    		 Meets

    Idaho

    		 Meets

    Illinois

    		 Meets

    Indiana

    		 Meets

    Iowa

    		 Meets

    Kansas

    		 Meets

    Kentucky

    		 Meets

    Louisiana

    		 Meets

    Maine

    		 Meets

    Maryland

    		 Meets

    Massachusetts

    		 Meets

    Michigan

    		 Meets

    Minnesota

    		 Does not meet

    Mississippi

    		 Meets

    Missouri

    		 Meets

    Montana

    		 Meets

    Nebraska

    		 Meets

    Nevada

    		 Meets

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets

    New Jersey

    		 Meets

    New Mexico

    		 Meets

    New York

    		 Does not meet

    North Carolina

    		 Meets

    North Dakota

    		 Does not meet

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Meets

    Ohio

    		 Meets

    Oklahoma

    		 Meets

    Oregon

    		 Does not meet

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets

    Puerto Rico

    		 Meets

    Republic of Palau

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    Rhode Island

    		 Meets

    South Carolina

    		 Does not meet

    South Dakota

    		 Meets

    Tennessee

    		 Does not meet

    Texas

    		 Meets

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Meets

    Utah

    		 Meets

    Vermont

    		 Meets

    Virginia

    		 Meets

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Meets

    Wisconsin

    		 Meets

    Wyoming

    		 Meets

    Information current as of: October 22, 2025

    Direct Disclosures

    For the states marked "Does Not Meet" in the table above, the following notices apply due to state rules regulating the practice of Medical Assistants (MA), Patient Care Assistants (PCA), or Home Health Aides (HHA).

    State / Territory

    Role Not Satisfied

    Mandatory Warning and Contact Information

    Arizona

    Patient Care Assistant (PCA) / Direct Care Worker (DCW)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) or Direct Care Worker (DCW) in Arizona. Contact the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) at https://www.azahcccs.gov/ to verify all training requirements.

    Minnesota

    Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in Minnesota. Contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) at https://mn.gov/dhs/ to verify all training and testing requirements.

    New York

    PCA / Home Health Aide (HHA)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) in New York. Contact the New York State Department of Health at https://www.health.ny.gov/ for a list of approved training programs.

    North Dakota

    Medication Assistant III (MA Role)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements to practice as a Medication Assistant III in North Dakota. Contact the North Dakota Board of Nursing at https://www.ndbon.org/ to verify all requirements.

    Oregon

    PCA / Homecare Worker

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) or Homecare Worker in Oregon. Contact the Oregon Home Care Commission (OHCC) at https://oregonhcc.org/ to verify all training requirements.

    South Carolina

    Certified Medical Assistant (MA Role)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Certified Medical Assistant in South Carolina. Contact the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners at https://www.llr.sc.gov/med/ to verify all requirements.

    Tennessee

    Certified Medical Assistant (MA Role)

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Certified Medical Assistant in Tennessee. Contact the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners at https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/me-board.html to verify all requirements.

    Washington

    Medical Assistant / Home Care Aide

    Important Notice: Our NHA CPCT/A program does not meet the licensure requirements for practice as a Medical Assistant or as a Home Care Aide in Washington. Contact the Washington State Department of Health at https://doh.wa.gov/ for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements.

    General Disclaimers and Student Complaint Process

    Student Responsibility: Students who enroll in this program are strongly advised to research the requirements of their specific employers or potential employment fields, as all career fields may require additional factors like background checks, work experience, or specific local certifications not covered by this training.

    NC-SARA Student Complaint Process (Mandatory Disclosure):

    In compliance with NC-SARA policy, students located in a SARA member state who have completed the institution’s internal complaint process and remain unsatisfied may appeal to the NC-SARA state portal entity.

    SARA-NC: North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority

    Website/Form: https://ncseaa.edu/contact-us/

    Phone: (866) 868-2495 (Toll-Free)

    Address: P.O. Box 41349, Raleigh, NC 27629

  • Phlebotomy Technician

    Program: Phlebotomy Technician (Preparation for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT))

    This disclosure is provided to ensure you understand the professional requirements for the field of Phlebotomy. Educational and credentialing requirements vary by state.

    Certification Pathway

    Upon completion of this program, students wishing to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam will be required to complete a minimum of 30 venipunctures AND 10 capillary sticks on a live person, which must be completed within 90 days of passing the CPT exam. Certifications are issued once the exam(s) have been passed, and clinical requirements have been met.

    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets

    Alaska

    		 Meets

    American Samoa

    		 Meets

    Arizona

    		 Meets

    Arkansas

    		 Meets

    California

    		 Does not meet

    Colorado

    		 Meets

    Connecticut

    		 Meets

    Delaware

    		 Meets

    District of Columbia

    		 Meets

    Federated States of Micronesia

    Florida

    		 Meets

    Georgia

    		 Meets

    Guam

    		 Does not meet

    Hawaii

    		 Meets

    Idaho

    		 Meets

    Illinois

    		 Meets

    Indiana

    		 Meets

    Iowa

    		 Meets

    Kansas

    		 Meets

    Kentucky

    		 Meets

    Louisiana

    		 Meets

    Maine

    		 Meets

    Maryland

    		 Meets

    Massachusetts

    		 Meets

    Michigan

    		 Meets

    Minnesota

    		 Meets

    Mississippi

    		 Meets

    Missouri

    		 Meets

    Montana

    		 Meets

    Nebraska

    		 Meets

    Nevada

    		 Meets

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets

    New Jersey

    		 Meets

    New Mexico

    		 Meets

    New York

    		 Meets

    North Carolina

    		 Meets

    North Dakota

    		 Meets

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Ohio

    		 Meets

    Oklahoma

    		 Meets

    Oregon

    		 Meets

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets

    Puerto Rico

    		 Does not meet

    Republic of Palau

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    Rhode Island

    		 Meets

    South Carolina

    		 Meets

    South Dakota

    		 Meets

    Tennessee

    		 Meets

    Texas

    		 Meets

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Does not meet

    Utah

    		 Meets

    Vermont

    		 Meets

    Virginia

    		 Meets

    Washington

    		 Does not meet

    West Virginia

    		 Meets

    Wisconsin

    		 Meets

    Wyoming

    		 Meets

    Information current as of: October 2025

    Direct Disclosures

    Important Note for Louisiana and Nevada Regarding Professional Licensure

    While this program prepares you for the exam required in Louisiana and Nevada, you must still apply for and obtain a separate state credential after earning your NHA CPT certification. This is an additional administrative step required by the state.

    Important Notice for Washington Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Phlebotomy Technician, which prepares you for the NHA CPT Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in Washington. We strongly recommend you contact Washington State Department of Health  https://doh.wa.gov/ (Navigate to "Licenses, Permits, and Certificates") for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Important Notice for California Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Phlebotomy Technician, which prepares you for the NHA CPT Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in California. We strongly recommend you contact California Department of Public Health - Laboratory Field Services (CDPH-LFS) https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OSPHLD/LFS for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    Important Notice for U.S. Territory Residents Regarding Professional Licensure

    Our Phlebotomy Technician, which prepares you for the NHA CPT Certification, does not meet the licensure requirements for practice in American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands. We strongly recommend you contact these organizations for a list of approved educational programs and to verify all requirements before enrolling.

    American Samoa

    Organization: American Samoa Department of Health - Health Services Regulatory Board

    URL: https://www.ncsbn.org/bon-member-details/AmericanSamoa

    Guam

    Organization: Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services - Health Professional Licensing Office (HPLO)

    URL: https://guamhplo.org/

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Organization: CNMI Health Care Professions Licensing Board (HCPLB)

    URL: https://www.cnmilicensing.gov.mp/health-care-professions-licensing-board/

    Puerto Rico

    Organization: Puerto Rico Department of Health - Office of Regulation and Certification of Health Professionals (ORCPS) and the Medical Technologists Examining Board

    URL: https://www.salud.pr.gov/ (Navigate to "Oficinas de Reglamentación y Certificación")

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    Organization:S. Virgin Islands Department of Health - Office of Professional Licensure and Health Personnel (OPLHP)

    URL: https://doh.vi.gov/ (Navigate to "Boards and Licensure")

  • Physical Therapy Technician

    Information current as of: October 2025

    Program: Physical Therapy Technician (Prepares for the AMCA Physical Therapy Technician Certification Exam)

    This disclosure is provided to ensure you understand the strict distinctions between the Technician (Aide) role and the state-licensed roles of Physical Therapist (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

    Program Determination

    Program: Physical Therapy Technician (Prepares for the AMCA Physical Therapy Technician Certification Exam)

    This program is designed for a non-licensed, supportive role only. The program prepares students for the AMCA Physical Therapy Technician certification, which is a private, industry-recognized credential. The Physical Therapy Technician role is typically an unlicensed support position.

    CRITICAL CLARIFICATION: This program DOES NOT meet the educational requirements for state professional licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in ANY state or territory. Licensure for those roles requires a degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.

  • Sterile Processing Technician

    Program: Sterile Processing Technician 

    This disclosure is provided to ensure you understand the professional requirements for the field of Sterile Processing. Educational and credentialing requirements vary by state.

    Program: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Preparation

    This online program prepares you for a career as a Sterile Processing Technician in settings like hospitals, surgery centers, and clinics.

    Program Focus To succeed in this vital healthcare role, you'll master essential skills, including:

    • Medical Terminology: Understand and communicate effectively with clinical staff.
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Grasp the fundamentals of the human body.
    • Sterile Processing Techniques: Learn the core competencies of decontamination, sterilization, and supply management.

    Certification Pathway Upon completion, you will be prepared for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification, a two-step process sponsored by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA):

    Provisional Certification: Graduates are eligible to take the CRCST exam immediately upon course completion.

    Full Certification: To earn the full, non-provisional CRCST credential, you must complete 400 hours of documented, hands-on experience within six months of passing the certification exam.

    CRITICAL HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

    This online program provides only the didactic (classroom/theory) portion of the training. It DOES NOT provide or guarantee the 400 hours of mandatory hands-on experience required by HSPA to achieve Full CRCST Certification. Students are fully responsible for securing the necessary externship, clinical, or employment experience required to obtain full certification and to qualify for employment.

    States Where This Program Meets Educational Requirements for Certification

    The determinations below confirm that the online curriculum satisfies the necessary educational component for the CRCST certification, which is often required by state law. This determination does not reflect the mandatory 400 hours of practical experience.


    State or Territory

    Meets or

    Does not meet

    Alabama

    		 Meets

    Alaska

    		 Meets

    American Samoa

    		 Meets

    Arizona

    		 Meets

    Arkansas

    		 Meets

    California

    		 Meets

    Colorado

    		 Meets

    Connecticut

    		 Meets

    Delaware

    		 Meets

    District of Columbia

    		 Meets

    Federated States of Micronesia

    Florida

    		 Meets

    Georgia

    		 Meets

    Guam

    		 Meets

    Hawaii

    		 Meets

    Idaho

    		 Meets

    Illinois

    		 Meets

    Indiana

    		 Meets

    Iowa

    		 Meets

    Kansas

    		 Meets

    Kentucky

    		 Meets

    Louisiana

    		 Meets

    Maine

    		 Meets

    Maryland

    		 Meets

    Massachusetts

    		 Meets

    Michigan

    		 Meets

    Minnesota

    		 Meets

    Mississippi

    		 Meets

    Missouri

    		 Meets

    Montana

    		 Meets

    Nebraska

    		 Meets

    Nevada

    		 Meets

    New Hampshire

    		 Meets

    New Jersey

    		 Meets

    New Mexico

    		 Meets

    New York

    		 Meets

    North Carolina

    		 Meets

    North Dakota

    		 Meets

    Northern Mariana Islands

    		 Meets

    Ohio

    		 Meets

    Oklahoma

    		 Meets

    Oregon

    		 Meets

    Pennsylvania

    		 Meets

    Puerto Rico

    		 Meets

    Republic of Palau

    Republic of the Marshall Islands

    Rhode Island

    		 Meets

    South Carolina

    		 Meets

    South Dakota

    		 Meets

    Tennessee

    		 Meets

    Texas

    		 Meets

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    		 Meets

    Utah

    		 Meets

    Vermont

    		 Meets

    Virginia

    		 Meets

    Washington

    		 Meets

    West Virginia

    		 Meets

    Wisconsin

    		 Meets

    Wyoming

    		 Meets

    Information current as of: October 2025

    * This determination is limited to the online curriculum's ability to satisfy the CRCST educational prerequisite. It does not confirm that the 400 hours of hands-on experience required for full certification have been met.